Kamala Harris’ inner circle quietly prepared a secret plan to replace President Biden over a year before his withdrawal, raising serious questions about the Democratic Party’s honesty and internal trust.
Harris’ Advisors Prepared for Biden’s Exit Long Before the Public Knew
Kamala Harris’ newly published book, “107 Days,” has exposed that her senior advisors developed a confidential “Red File” transition plan more than a year before President Biden’s 2024 withdrawal announcement. The planning began as early as the first half of 2023, with Harris’ team outlining strategies for a possible power transfer—well ahead of any public sign that Biden would step down. This revelation strikes at the heart of party transparency and raises serious doubts about what Democrat leaders were telling the American people.
The disclosure of the “Red File” has left many Americans, especially conservatives, questioning whether the public was intentionally kept in the dark while party insiders prepared for a dramatic leadership shakeup. The plan, detailed in Harris’ own memoir, included scenarios and tactics for Harris to assume the Democratic nomination, even as Biden publicly insisted he would run. The decision to keep this planning secret shows a striking lack of faith in Biden’s ability to complete his campaign—an insult to voters who expected honesty from their leaders.
Democratic Power Struggles and Party Tensions Revealed
According to the sources, Harris’ advisors acted with a high degree of autonomy, preparing for Biden’s possible withdrawal despite official messaging from the White House. This approach suggests a climate of distrust and political maneuvering within the administration. The Democratic National Committee (DNC) also played a key role, as the potential for a chaotic transition became increasingly likely. The relationship between Biden and Harris, described as professional but tense, was marked by underlying competition and uncertainty about the party’s future.
While some Democratic officials have praised the foresight of Harris’ team, others have been left unsettled by the early timing and secrecy of the “Red File.” The incident has triggered post-mortem discussions within the party, with leaders now analyzing the handling of the 2024 transition and weighing its implications for future campaigns. The story serves as a stark reminder of how internal party politics can override transparency and voter trust—an issue conservatives have long warned about in the era of backroom deals and insider control.
Broader Implications for Party Unity, Trust, and American Politics
The public revelation of Harris’ advance succession planning has far-reaching consequences for the Democratic Party and the American political system. In the short term, scrutiny has increased around Harris’ leadership style and the DNC’s internal processes. Over the long haul, this episode could normalize secretive and formalized succession planning at the highest levels, potentially undermining public trust in the democratic process. Voters concerned about transparency, party unity, and the integrity of leadership transitions now have concrete reasons to question how decisions are made behind closed doors.
Kamala Harris’ Inner Circle Drafted ‘Red File’ To Plan For Her Replacing Biden — One Year Before It Happened – Conservative Review https://t.co/iFkpeXD5pH
— ConservativeLibrarian (@ConserLibrarian) September 23, 2025
Experts agree that while contingency planning is standard in politics, the early and covert drafting of the “Red File” marks a significant shift. Some analysts warn that this could fuel further narratives of party disunity and backroom maneuvering, which may ultimately damage the Democratic Party’s credibility. As the dust settles, conservatives will be watching closely to see if these revelations lead to meaningful calls for accountability, or if party elites continue to prioritize their own interests over those of the American people.
Sources:
Kamala Inner Circle Cooked Up ‘Red File’ Plan to Replace Biden a Year Before It Happened (PJ Media)
Kamala Harris ‘Red File’ Joe Biden Debate (Daily Caller)
The Office of Kamala D. Harris